Transfer from Sofia to Rila Monastery and the Rila Lakes
2 hours each way, at your own pace. For the way back, book a round trip.
SofiaRila Monastery and the Rila Lakes
- Price per car
- From €108
- Drive time
- about 2 hours
- Distance
- about 127 km
How it works
Book on the site
Pick the date, the time and the pickup point, and pay 20% by card.
The driver meets you
At the pickup point, at the time you set. At the airport, in the arrivals hall with a sign.
Pay the rest to the driver
In cash after the ride. The price is fixed in advance: no meter, no surprises.
How to get to Rila Monastery from Sofia
There are two ways to get to Rila Monastery, and we will tell you plainly which one suits you.
If you want to get there on your own, at your own pace, without a guide and without a group, this transfer is the answer. €108 per car one way, about 2 hours on the road, and you can book a round trip to come back.
If you want someone to tell you what you are looking at, our guided day trip costs €95 per guest and includes the drive and the guide. For a couple, the transfer is cheaper. From four passengers up, it is worth comparing.
We sell both and we have no preference. Choose by what you want from the day.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive to Rila Monastery?
About 2 hours from Sofia, about 127 km.
Does the transfer include a guide?
No. If you want a guide, that is our guided day trip from €95 per guest.
How do we get back to Sofia?
Book a round trip and choose the return time. The price for both ways shows before you pay.
Can we combine the monastery with the Seven Lakes on the same day?
It is a very long day. We recommend splitting it, and we say so even when it costs us a booking.
Is there a bus from Sofia to Rila Monastery?
There is a line, but it runs rarely and the whole day ends up built around it. If your time is short, the transfer or the guided trip is more efficient.
